Lake Forest Festival and Firework

Spend your Fourth of July holiday under the stars at the 18th Annual Lake Forest Festival and Fireworks at Deerpath Community Park! The Friends of Lake Forest Parks & Recreation Foundation have cooked up a sizzling lineup of bands. The opening act is Hello Weekend and the headliner is Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Swift Tribute Band. After the music, watch the best fireworks show on the North Shore fill the skies!

We are so grateful to our sponsors who have helped make this event a huge hit! If you would like to be a sponsor for this year's festival or other future events, please visit our Donate page.

This fun family event is brought to you by the Friends of Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Foundation. All proceeds after festival expenses are used to support programs of the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department. This is an annual community event and fundraiser completely run by volunteers to provide a safe and fun environment for families celelbrating Independence Day.

Thank you for your support!

This is a "rain or shine" event. All ticket sales are non-refundable. General admission parking will be available the day of the event for $20 (cash only)

Hello Weekend | Cover Band | Chicago, IL, USA

Are You Ready for It? A Taylor Experience

If you purchase a premier parking pass, you can pick it up at the rec center starting now. The Rec Center is located at 400 Hastings, Lake Forest. The office is open 8:30-5:00 Monday- Friday. Please bring an ID.

VIP tickets can also be picked up at the Rec Center Office

General Admission tickets DO NOT have to be picked up at the Rec Office. Just show your email confirmation at the entrance the day of the event.

Doors open at 5pm. Cash parking is available. Tickets will still be available online the day of the event. You are welcome to bring a blanket or chairs to mark off a spot. The opening act is Hello Weekend and then following is the headliner: Are You Ready for It? A Taylor Swift Experience. We will conclude the evening with spectacular fireworks.

You allowed to bring in your own food and drink. There will also be food and beverages available for purchase. Be sure to check out the Friends tent where you can make friendship bracelets and get some 4th of July necklaces.

No spikes, stakes, flags, beach umbrellas or tents are allowed

No sparklers or outside fireworks

No grills and no open flames

No animals allowed

No firearms

No smoking or vaping